Star Trek: Discovery episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a tense encounter, Commander Burnham and Captain Georgiou navigate a desert planet to aid an endangered alien species, leading to a confrontation with a mysterious Klingon artifact. Burnham's spacewalk to investigate triggers an accidental death of a Klingon, escalating tensions. Back on the U.S.S. Shenzhou, her warnings of a Klingon threat are initially dismissed due to her injured state. Burnham's suggestion to preemptively strike, drawing from Vulcan strategy, clashes with Starfleet's principles, leading to her being relieved of duty. The episode culminates with multiple Klingon ships appearing, signaling an imminent conflict.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What species is Captain Georgiou and Commander Burnham discussing in the beginning?
The Crepusculans.
Why are Georgiou and Burnham on a deserted planet?
To save the Crepusculans from extinction due to a drought.
What does General Order One refer to?
The non-interference directive of Starfleet.
What object does the crew of the U.S.S. Shenzhou investigate?
An ancient Klingon object in space.
What happens when Burnham encounters the Klingon object?
She accidentally kills a Klingon warrior.
What is the significance of Burnham's flashback?
It highlights her training under Sarek and the emphasis on logic over emotion.
Why is Burnham's claim about the Klingons met with skepticism?
Due to her irradiated and concussed state and lack of evidence.
What strategy does Burnham suggest to Captain Georgiou regarding the Klingons?
To strike first, based on Vulcan strategy.
What is the reaction of the crew to the potential conflict with the Klingons?
They prepare for a possible battle.
Does Captain Georgiou agree with Burnham's suggestion to attack first?
No, she disagrees and relieves Burnham of duty.
What triggers the escalation of the situation with the Klingons?
The arrival of multiple Klingon ships.
How does Burnham react to being relieved of duty?
She disobeys orders and tries to initiate an attack on the Klingon ship.
What is the state of the conflict at the end of the episode?
The arrival of the Klingon fleet indicates an impending significant confrontation.
What is the primary mission of the crew in this episode?
To investigate damage to an interstellar relay and help the Crepusculans.
What is the key theme in Burnham's interactions with Georgiou and the crew?
The conflict between Starfleet principles of peace and the necessity of defensive action.